2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 TVR Cerbera. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Cerbera. (458 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Maranello | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | Maranello | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 65 L |
